Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2008 Ford Focus Petrol 1999cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 57,026 miles on the clock, averaging 2,520 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for EF08 VLS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 57,026 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,726 |
| Average per year | 2,520 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2005–2011), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF08 VLS |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EF08 VLS
What car is EF08 VLS?
EF08 VLS is an red Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF08 VLS?
The last recorded mileage for EF08 VLS was 57,026 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF08 VLS passed its MOT?
EF08 VLS has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2026.
Is EF08 VLS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 VLS is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is EF08 VLS?
EF08 VLS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.